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SAFETY SECTION
GENERAL INFORMATION
Read this Manual
Read all safety information in this manual. All operators must read and understand the entire contents of this manual before sweeping. General safety practices are listed on Safety Information pages and specific safety information is located throughout this manual.
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Hazard Definitions
Four hazard classifications are used in this manual. They are
CAUTION – Indicates a potentially hazardous situation which, if not avoided, may result in minor or moderate injury.
WARNING – Indicates a potentially hazardous situation which, if not avoided, could result in death or serious injury.
DANGER – Indicates an imminently hazardous situation which, if not avoided, will result in death or serious injury.
IMPORTANT – Used for instructions when machine damage may be involved.
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Operation
CAUTION – A sweeper is a demanding machine. Only fully trained operators or trainee operators under the close supervision of a fully trained person should use
this machine.
Before sweeping:
•Learn sweeper and prime mover controls in an
•Be sure that you are in a safe area, away from traffic or other hazards.
•Check all hardware holding the sweeper to the prime mover, making sure it is tight.
•Make sure all hydraulic fittings and hardware are tight.
•Replace any damaged or fatigued hardware with properly rated fasteners.
•Check prime mover tire pressure before sweeping.
•Check tire ratings to be sure they match the prime mover load. Weigh the sweeper end of the prime mover, if necessary, to insure proper tire rating.
•Remove from the sweeping area all property that could be damaged by debris flying from the sweeper.
•Be sure all persons not operating the sweeper are clear of the sweeper discharge area.
•Always wear proper apparel such as a long- sleeve shirt buttoned at the cuffs; safety glasses, goggles or a face shield; ear protection; and a dust mask.
When sweeping, adhere to all government rules, local laws and other professional guidelines for your sweeping application.
WARNING – Never raise the sweeper more than a few feet off the ground. The sweeper can tip back or the prime mover can tip over causing death or serious injury.
Before leaving the operator’s area for any reason – lower the sweeper to the ground, stop the prime mover engine, set the brakes and remove the key from the ignition.
Minimize flying debris – use the slowest brush speed that will do the job.
Keep hands, feet, hair and loose clothing away from all moving parts.
Leave the brush hood (shield) and all other shields and safety equipment in place when operating the sweeper and prime mover.
Be aware of the extra weight and width a sweeper adds. Reduce travel speed accordingly.
When sweeping on rough terrain, reduce speed to avoid “bouncing” the sweeper. Loss of steering can result.
Never sweep toward people, buildings, vehicles or other objects that can be damaged by flying debris.